Volkswagen is working on ID.3 GTX EV with optimized performance

Volkswagen is working on an improved version of the Volkswagen ID.3 electric vehicle (EV) and it could serve as an electric alternative to the Golf GTI.

A prototype seen by Autocar reveals that Volkswagen is testing a new range of ID.3 electric versions with two-wheel drive. Yet this new VW hatchback is likely to bring rear-wheel drive.

This model could be called Volkswagen ID.3 GTX, which was previously reserved for the company’s four-wheel-drive EVs.

Despite missing technical specifications, the new ID.3 GTX could equip a powerful APP550 motor over the current APP310 used in ID.3.

Volkswagen ID.3

The motor could provide up to 282bhp and 402lb-ft of torque compared to 200bhp and 230lbf-ft torque in an existing ID.3 vehicle.

Furthermore, the new ID.3 GTX could get a tuned chassis with a better gear system for the steering, firmer springs, dampers, and lowered ride height.

Volkswagen also revised the driving mode controller and recalibrated stability as well as a traction control system.

Last but not least, the battery capacity of the Volkswagen ID.3 GTX may be 77kWh with over 311 miles of range.